Ah yeah, our winters are considered "mild" so probably do not need much covering. But I have some excess hay from our fields I will use when it gets below freezing.
Yep they are already planted, I will keep an eye out for pests. I have some stuff to kill many insects that try to feed on them.. its a constant battle..lol
Never forget that the more you wrap up warm at the top, the higher the risk that the ‘beneficiaries’ below the ground will enjoy the food.